Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability

The Australian Government has commenced a public consultation on draft Terms of Reference for a Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability.

The first step in setting up a Royal Commission is to establish its Terms of Reference.

The Government wants to hear from people with disability, their families and carers, and the disability sector, about what the Royal Commission should cover and the supports that might be required.

The Royal Commission will focus on what governments, institutions and the community should do to prevent and respond to violence, abuse, neglect and exploitation of people with disability.

It is likely to cover all forms of violence, abuse, neglect and exploitation of people with disability, no matter where it happens.

This consultation does not seek specific information on cases of abuse or violence.

If you are currently experiencing any form of violence or abuse, or are concerned for your safety, call 000 or contact Police.

Why we need a Royal Commission

The 4.3 million people with disability in Australia have the right to live free from violence, abuse, neglect and exploitation.

People with disability are more likely to experience abuse, neglect, violence and exploitation than people without disability.

There have been a number of inquiries, where people with disability have spoken out about their experiences of violence, abuse, neglect, and exploitation.

A Royal Commission will hear from people with disability, their families and carers about their experiences of violence, abuse, neglect or exploitation. It will help ensure people’s rights are protected and promote a more inclusive society.

Consultations on Terms of Reference

The Terms of Reference sets out what the Royal Commission will cover and report on.

The Australian Government is seeking your views on the Terms of Reference to make sure they capture the issues that are important to people.

Have your say on the Terms of Reference by completing the public survey at engage.dss.gov.au

Support to participate

If you need help to complete the survey, contact the Survey Hotline on 1800 880 052 Monday to Friday from 9am to 7pm AEST

Transition to Federal NDIS

December 13, 2017

Advocacy South West welcomes the announcement by the McGowan Government that WA will be signing up to the federal NDIS.

The announcement provides much needed certainty for people with disabilities, their families and carers who have experienced much anxiety waiting for a decision. As part of the National Scheme Western Australians will now be assured that they are part of a fully national scheme that is consistent across Australia.

People currently in WA administered NDIS will have their plan transferred to the federal scheme from April 2018.

New Kit to Support Aboriginal People to Access NDIS in WA

October 17, 2017

NDIS in WA Brochure – Do you have a disability?

This brochure provides lots of examples of services to support people with disability and/or mental illness and also a step by step guide to accessing support. This can be accessed via the Developmental Disability WA Website

NDIS in WA Planning Handbook

This easy to understand planning handbook can help people with disability and/or mental illness to think about their future and plan what things would make their life better. Download a FREE copy by clicking here

Watch Robbie Ryder’s story on Youtube about how the NDIS has supported him, introduced by Michael Walters from the Fremantle Dockers

Watch Tash Kelly’s story on Youtube about how the NDIS has supported her, introduced by Michael Walters from the Fremantle Dockers

Surveillance Audit 2017

September 21, 2017

ASW is undergoing a Surveillance Audit of National Standards on the 26th and 27th of September.

Two open sessions have been arranged. One opening meeting on Tuesday the 26th at 9am and one closing meeting at 3.30pm on Wednesday the 27th.

Both meetings will be held in the Old Lotteries House Conference Room.

All consumers and support persons are welcome to attend.

ASW Annual General Meeting

September 19, 2017

Advocacy South West will be holding our Annual General Meeting Tuesday the 10th of October
in the Lotteries House Conference Room 101 Victoria St Bunbury commencing at 6pm.

Advocacy WA acknowledges the Noongar and/or Wardandi people who are the Traditional Custodians of this Land. We pay our respect to the Elders both past, present and future for they hold the memories and traditions of this land and extend that respect to all.